Most of the more than 100 local business and government leaders invited to the grand opening of the Sands Casino Hotel Thursday had no idea the usual dog-and-pony show would include an intimate performance by legendary crooner Paul Anka.

Most also had no idea that Anka, in addition to having those famous velvet chords, is actually pretty funny.

﻿﻿﻿﻿As he performed his rewritten version of "My Way" -- the song he wrote for Frank Sinatra -- he was somehow able to envy Bethlehem Mayor John Callahan's hair, take a few shots at the Terminator and poke fun at Sands CEO Sheldon Adelson's Jewish roots.

Fortunately, Morning Call photographer Donna Fisher got the whole thing on video, because this reading doesn't do it justice.

If you want to get the full flavor, start humming the cadence of Sinatra's "My Way" in your head and then start reading Anka's Sands Bethlehem-tailored lyrics. I've even boldfaced the lyrics where he hits the rhyme hard.

So have at it, and enjoy :

Great plans, your dream expands, here at the SandsA bit of HeavenWe know who runs this show, Bob DeSalvio and CEO, Mike LevenMy Way, now may I say, we toast this dayIn such a sure wayWell-worth the wait, you made it greatAnd you did it your way

It's true, to be with you, all night I flewI didn't dallyWho'd miss a chance like this to share such blissIn the Lehigh ValleyTo bless your great success, there's so much pressSo many fans hereAnd your favorite mayor, wish I had his hair,John Callahan is here.

Your brand new tower's now completeEach restful room and spacious suiteAnd Bethlehem, we know for sureIs not just for Jesus anymoreNow your job's done, 'cause Sheldon AdelsonHas blessed it his way

Like none, for games food and fun, you're number oneThat's not fablePure gold, everyone's sold on Emeril's Italian TableA grand slam! Great food and wham! another restaurant BAM!I tell you brother.Like the Schwarenegger have found, you turn aroundAnd there's another! ("I had to do it," Anka interjected, "the Terminator has turn into the Sperminator.")

These hallowed grounds, this very siteWhere "The Steel" stood for all that's rightHow very proud you all must beTo carry forth their legacyWe're in good hands, here at the SandsEnjoying your way!

Okay, kind of corny, but the collection of dark suits in the room laughed out loud, even as they cringed.